Description

4-Pyridin-3-Yl-Benzoic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring a benzoic acid moiety linked to a pyridine ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is particularly essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing fluorescent tags, enzyme inhibitors, and other molecular probes for biological research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing libraries of compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridin-3-Yl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	4385-75-5
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO2
Molecular Weight	199.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridin-4-ylbenzoic acid; 4-(3-Pyridinyl)benzoic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 3'-pyridinyl-; 3-Pyrid-4-yl-benzoic acid; 4-(Pyridin-3-yl)benzoic acid; 3-Pyridin-4-yl-benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(3-pyridinyl)-; 4-(3-Pyridyl)benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Pyridin-3-Yl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles via techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.